Welcome to the first episode of The Kickback Briefing — a new format breaking down the latest wins, challenges, and stories shaping business and culture and the lessons we can learn from them. This week we discuss:The latest update in the Uncle Nearest $108M loan lawsuitWhether the brand could be forced into a saleNike’s MLK “Honor the King” sneaker controversyThe difference between brand intent vs. cultural impactNetflix signing podcast deals and competing with YouTubeWhat founders can learn from major platform pivotsArticles for Reference:Lexington Herald LeaderDistillery TrailThe Spirits BusinessYahoo SportsTimeTech CrunchBusiness Insider📧 Your curated dose of Black culture, brand spotlights & real inspiration. Join the newsletter → kerihenderson.com/newsletter 📲 Stay in the loop:Instagram → @kerilhenderson | @thekickbackwithkeriYouTube → @kerilhendersonTikTok @thekickbackwithkeri 🖤 Enjoying the podcast? Leave a tip here.